Paula Wolfer, Psy.D.
Psychologist
1201 NW 16th Street Miami Florida, 33125About
Dr. Paula Wolfer is a psychologist practicing in Miami, Florida. Dr. Wolfer specializes in the treatment of mental health problems, and helps people to cope with their mental illnesses. As a psychologist, Dr. Wolfer evaluates and treats patients through a variety of methods, most typically being psychotherapy or talk therapy. Patients usually visit Dr. Wolfer because they have been experiencing depression, anxiety, stress or anger for a significant period of time and are seeking help. Psychologists may perform a variety of exams and assessments to diagnose a mental condition.
Education and Training
Midwestern University Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D) 2022
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Paula Wolfer, Psy.D.'s Expert Contributions
How do I know if I need medication for anxiety?
Thank you for your question! Honestly, it depends. Most of the time, anxiety that is severe or accompanied by panic attacks will require medication. However, it is not always necessary. The gold standard treatment for generalized anxiety disorder is cognitive behavioral therapy. This therapy you can do with or without taking medication. However, it is recommended that if your anxiety is severe or if you have panic attacks that you do both cognitive behavioral therapy and medication. I hope this was helpful! Thanks again for your question! READ MORE
How long is the treatment for alcohol addiction?
Hello! Thank you for your question! Alcohol treatment duration really depends on several factors. There are many different types of treatment for alcohol addiction. You can either complete an outpatient treatment program which could take anywhere from 12 weeks to 6 months. Or you could complete a residential program which could take anywhere from 28 days to 12 weeks. for alcohol addiction, most of the time you might start with an inpatient hospitalization stay, to stabilize before entering into a treatment program. It is usually best to seek guidance from a mental health professional who will be part of your treatment plan. READ MORE
Can psychotherapy help ADHD?
Hello! Thank you for tour question! Yes, Psychotherapy can absolutely improve symptoms for ADHD. Much of the therapy would be behavior-based, and would focus on creating more structure in the environment and the behavior. This can be done through avenues such as contingency plans and reward systems. READ MORE
What therapy is best for alcohol addiction?
Hello, Thank you for your question. The type of therapy that is most appropriate for your friend, depends on several factors. First and foremost, if the alcohol addiction is severe, they will need medical assistance to detox, as detoxing from a long term alcohol addiction can lead to some life threatening situations. Second, if your friend needs additional support throughout the therapeutic process, a residential setting maybe be most appropriate. Lastly, the type of therapy really depends on the specific needs of the person. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy has been used to treat various addictions, and has been the gild standard therapy for decades. I hope this helps! Thank you again for your question! READ MORE
How long is a psychotherapy course for depression?
Hello! Thank you for your question. Depending on the severity of depression, and the modality of Psychotherapy, you could be receiving treatment for 12 weeks or longer. There really is no set time for therapy, as all therapies are tailored to your specific situation. It also depends on the approach of your therapist. For example, cognitive behavioral therapy will be a much shorter treatment than traditional psychoanalysis or other psychdynamic approaches. I hope this helps! Thank you again for your inquiry! READ MORE
Should I go to a psychiatrist for alcohol addiction?
You can go to a psychiatrist and/or psychologist to treat alcohol addiction. A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who can advise you regarding medication options. A psychologist can provide you with a variety of therapies to help treat and reduce the risk of relapse. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Professional Memberships
- American Psychological Association, Division of Military Psychology
- American Psychological Association
Internships
- Richard L Roubdosh
Professional Society Memberships
- apa -division 19 mitarty psyche
What do you attribute your success to?
- to my son, to be an example, keep going further and help my community
Areas of research
My clinical interests are multifaceted, and include major and mild cognitive impairment due to various etiologies including neurodegnerative diseases, TBI, and stroke, comorbid with mood and personality disorders. I am highly motivated to explore these clinical interests specifically working with service members, veterans, and their families. Presently, I am an active advocate for extending military cultural awareness to members of my professional and personal community, serving as a member of the American Psychological Association's Society for Military Psychology. In combining my clinical interests and my personal advocacy for service members, I have dedicated my post doctoral research to understanding the needs of veterans living with dementia, or other incapacitating neurodegenerative or physical illness, and their caregivers, to improve healthcare services, quality of life, and communication with providers from multiple specialties and disciplines. I hope to expound upon my research further by implementing progressive interventions to improve the quality of life for persons living with dementia. Additionally, the goal of my research is to implement my findings into my clinical work, exploring the psychological, emotional, physical, financial and medical needs of older adults, as well as the efficacy and effectiveness of aforementioned interventions with persons diagnosed with dementia and comorbid mood and/or personality disorders.
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Get to know Psychologist Dr. Paula Wolfer, who serves patients in Miami, Florida.
A psychologist-in-training, Dr. Wolfer serves as Chief Resident at Bruce W. Carter VA Medical Center in Miami, Florida.
Her clinical interests are multifaceted, and include major and mild cognitive impairment due to various etiologies, including neurodegenerative diseases, TBI and stroke, as well as comorbid with mood and personality disorders. She is highly motivated to explore these clinical interests, specifically working with service members, veterans, and their families.
Academically, Dr. Wolfer graduated with her Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience from Indiana University Southeast in 2017. She then went on to earn her Doctor of Psychology degree from Midwestern University in 2022.
Furthering her training, she served as a psychology intern at Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center and is currently completing her residency in neuropsychology at Bruce W. Carter VA Medical Center.
An active advocate for extending military cultural awareness to members of her professional and personal community, Dr. Wolfer serves as a member of the American Psychological Association’s Society for Military Psychology.
In combining her clinical interests and her personal advocacy for service members, she has dedicated her postdoctoral research to understanding the needs of veterans living with dementia or other incapacitating neurodegenerative or physical illnesses and their caregivers, as well as to improving healthcare services, quality of life, and communication with providers from multiple specialties and disciplines. She hopes to expound upon her research further by implementing progressive interventions to improve the quality of life for persons living with dementia.
Additionally, the goal of her research is to implement her findings into her clinical work, exploring the psychological, emotional, physical, financial and medical needs of older adults, as well as the efficacy and effectiveness of aforementioned interventions with persons diagnosed with dementia and comorbid mood and/or personality disorders.
Psychology is the science of behavior and mind. It includes the study of conscious and unconscious phenomena, as well as feeling and thought. It is an academic discipline of immense scope. Psychologists assess, diagnose, and treat the psychological problems and behavioral dysfunctions resulting from, or related to, physical and mental health. In addition, they play a major role in the promotion of healthy behavior, preventing diseases and improving patients’ quality of life.
Attributing her success to her son (Wyatt) and her husband (Drew), Dr. Wolfer hopes to serve as an example and to continue her expertise to further help her community.
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